Peanut Chutney

Servings: 4 Total Time: 20 mins
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Peanut chutney is a flavorful, nutty, and slightly spicy condiment that pairs wonderfully with South Indian breakfast favorites like idli and dosa. 

Made with roasted peanuts, red chilies, tamarind, and aromatic tempering, this chutney is rich in taste and incredibly easy to make. 

With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this delicious side in under 30 minutes. 

Whether you like it thick or slightly runny, this peanut chutney will elevate your meal with its bold flavors.

Peanut Chutney

Prep Time 5 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 20 mins
Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: $ 1 Calories: 180

Ingredients

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For tempering

Instructions

Prep Work

  1. Dry roast the peanuts on medium-low flame until fully browned colour.

  2. Let them cool completely, then remove the skin. Set aside.

Method

  1. Heat oil in a pan. Add chopped onions, garlic cloves, and red chilies.

  2. Add tamarind bits and cook until onions turn soft and translucent.
  3. Let the mixture cool, then transfer to a mixer jar.
  4. Add roasted peanuts and rock salt. Grind into a fine powder.
  5. Add water and grind again to make a smooth chutney consistency.
  6. Heat oil in a tempering pan.
  7. Add urad dal, mustard seeds, and cumin seeds. Let mustard seeds splutter.
  8. Add red chilies, hing, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.
  9. Pour tempering over chutney and mix well. Serve with idli or dosa.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Sodium 250mg11%
Potassium 180mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 9g3%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Sugars 2g
Protein 6g12%

Vitamin A 100 IU
Vitamin C 3 mg
Calcium 20 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 40 mg
Zinc 0.5 mg
Manganese 0.4 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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